Endowment Association

Our Mission

The mission of the Perry-Lecompton Schools Endowment Association (PLSEA) is to secure and prudently manage gifts in support of education excellence and to foster a culture that balances the wishes of contributors and school district personnel.

Who we are

The PLSEA is a 501© (3) Non-profit organization. Our goal is to raise funds for the benefits of every school in our district. Some examples are: funding classroom mini-grants, school wide grants, staff recognition awards and individual scholarship programs.

Association history

In the past, several graduates of our school district were fortunate to receive scholarships from various donors. It wasn't until January of 1990 that the district established an endowment association based on a donation designated as a scholarship fund in memory of a former student. That generous donation from the Jennifer Then family was a seed that inspired even more donation.

Where does the money go?

The money received from contributions goes to fund numerous student scholarships such as the USD #343 Endowment Association Scholarship. The association also recognizes teachers through The Dale and Doris Hupe Teaching Excellence Award and through Innovation in Education grants to faculty members.

How may I help?

Anyone wishing to support the school district in the future may want to consider making a gift to the district when doing their estate planning. When considering such a gift, the donor may set up a scholarship fund in their own name or in the name of a loved one. Please contact Denis Yoder at the District office if you have any questions or need any assistance.

Partner with your school district by giving to the Perry-Lecompton Schools Endowment Association. A gift in any amount is sincerely appreciated! A gift of $50 will include membership in the Endowment Association and an engraved brick in the Endowment Patio

This would make a wonderful gift for the students and former students while supporting our school district.

For The Good Of The Kaws!